Underground Brew: The Making of 'Dank Espresso'

The origins of 'Dank Espresso' can be traced back to a legendary underground warehouse party in Brooklyn. DJ Wedoo + the Glitches had just finished a late-night set when they were approached by a mysterious figure known only as 'The Coffee Alchemist'—a former chemical engineer who had turned his talents to creating experimental coffee blends.

Intrigued, the band accepted his invitation to visit his 'lab'—a converted industrial kitchen where he used scientific equipment to push the boundaries of coffee brewing. Using techniques like nitrogen infusion, ultrasonic extraction, and molecular gastronomy, he created what he called 'dank espresso'—an intensely concentrated, unusually textured coffee experience unlike anything the band had ever tasted.

The experience was so mind-altering (purely from caffeine, of course) that the band set up their equipment right there in the lab and began composing. The Alchemist's brewing machines created strange, otherworldly sounds that the band sampled directly into their track. The hissing of pressure valves, the bubbling of vacuum siphons, and the whirring of centrifuges all became part of the song's distinctive soundscape.

What makes this track unique is its unconventional structure—it begins with a slow, almost ambient introduction, mimicking the methodical preparation process, before building to an intense, driving climax that represents the powerful impact of the coffee itself. The Alchemist himself contributed to the track by manipulating the sounds of his equipment in real-time, essentially 'playing' his coffee lab as an instrument.

When it came time to record the final version, the band insisted on returning to the lab rather than a professional studio, feeling that the authentic environment was crucial to capturing the track's experimental vibe. The music video was filmed there as well, though the Alchemist insisted on wearing a mask to maintain his anonymous status in the underground coffee community. To this day, select fans at DJ Wedoo concerts occasionally receive coordinates to secret pop-up events where The Coffee Alchemist serves his creations while 'Dank Espresso' plays in the background—creating a full sensory experience that brings the track's origin story full circle.

Lyrics

Dank.
Dank.
Dank Espresso.
Nutty on the nose, got that hot bite
Funky little swirl got my mind right
Sweet fruit notes with a bold hello
Taste so deep like it's moving in slow-mo
Dank Espresso let it pour
Flavor rich, I'm wanting more
Syrup gold aroma flex
Swirl it once, no regrets
No regrets, nah
Dank Espresso say my name
Fruit and foam that layered flame
Bold and sweet that final punch
Hit my soul drip by drip, it's lunch
Oh that's
Punchy
Punchy
Punchy
Pour in pride in every cup
Let me slow it and wake me up
It's not just beans it's poetry
Sipping deep like memory
Oh just like that
Dank
Dank
Dank Espresso
Dank Espresso let it pour
Flavor rich, I'm wanting more
Syrup gold aroma flex
Swirl it once, no regrets
Dank Espresso say my name
Fruit and foam that layered flame
Bold and sweet that final punch
Hit my soul drip by drip, it's lunch
Oh yeah
From bean to bliss
DJ Wedoo
Smile
Smile
Keep smiling
Pretty decent? Nah, that's divine
Dank Espresso one more time
Dank
Dank
Dank
Dank Espresso

Listen to the Track

Dive into the experimental world of avant-garde coffee culture. Listen to 'Dank Espresso' on Spotify and experience the boundary-pushing sounds inspired by coffee's cutting edge.

About the Author

DJ Wedoo is a music producer specializing in custom compositions and audio branding for businesses across various industries. With over a decade of experience, DJ Wedoo helps brands create memorable audio identities that resonate with their audiences.